Rocky Mountain Altitude Powerplay Alloy 50 (Shimano) 2020
2020 E-bike
Estimate price |
5,549$
Weight | 24.2 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Travel Rear 150mm -
Fork RockShox Yari RC
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Groupset SLX, Race Face -
Suspension Full -
Motor Dyname 250W 108Nm mid-drive -
Battery 672 Wh Fully Integrated Li-Ion | 48V FAST Charger | 80% Charge in 2:10 | 100% Charge in 3:50 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
FORM Alloy. Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. 2-Bolt ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9 Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate. 150mm Travel.
Suspension Fork
RockShox Yari RC 160mm 37mm Offset
Rear Shock
RockShox Deluxe Select+ RT
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX
Cassette
Shimano SLX 10-51T
Crank
Race Face Ride Cinch 34T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano SM-BBMT500
Chain
Shimano HG7100
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano MT400 Boost 15mm
Rear Hub
Shimano M510 Boost 148mm
Rims
WTB ST i35 TCS 2.0 Tubeless
Spokes
DT Swiss Champion 2.0
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF WT Double Down Maxx Grip 3C Tubeless Ready 27.5 x 2.5 / Maxxis Aggressor WT Double Down Tubeless Ready 27.5 x 2.5
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT520 4 Piston / Shimano RT64 203mm / Shimano RT64 203mm
Brake Levers
Shimano MT520 4 Piston
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain 35 AM
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain AM 780mm
Grips
Rocky Mountain Lock On Light
Headset
FSA Orbit NO.57E
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Race 142
Seatpost
Rocky Mountain Toonie Drop 30.9mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Dyname 3.0 Class 1 eMTB Drive | 250w | 108Nm
Battery
672 Wh Fully Integrated Li-Ion | 48V FAST Charger | 80% Charge in 2:10 | 100% Charge in 3:50
Remote
iWoc Trio
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM Steep | SM Slack | MD Steep | MD Slack | LG Steep | LG Slack | XL Steep | XL Slack |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.37 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.26 mm | 1.31 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 356 mm | 342 mm | 356 mm | 342 mm | 356 mm | 342 mm | 356 mm | 342 mm |
| Front Center | 729 mm | 731 mm | 751 mm | 754 mm | 778 mm | 780 mm | 810 mm | 813 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 47 mm | 42 mm | 44 mm | 42 mm | 44 mm | 41 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 113 mm | 117 mm | 112 mm | 117 mm | 112 mm | 117 mm | 113 mm | 118 mm |
| Stack | 577 mm | 585 mm | 598 mm | 606 mm | 607 mm | 615 mm | 621 mm | 630 mm |
| Reach | 421 mm | 409 mm | 443 mm | 432 mm | 466 mm | 454 mm | 492 mm | 481 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 577 mm | 580 mm | 602 mm | 605 mm | 627 mm | 630 mm | 657 mm | 660 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.1 ° | 74 ° | 75.1 ° | 74 ° | 75.1 ° | 74 ° | 75.1 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 419 mm | 419 mm | 457 mm | 457 mm | 483 mm | 482.5 mm | 521 mm | 520.5 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.6 ° | 64.5 ° | 66.1 ° | 65 ° | 66.1 ° | 65 ° | 66.1 ° | 65 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1157 mm | 1159 mm | 1179 mm | 1182 mm | 1206 mm | 1208 mm | 1238 mm | 1241 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | -1 mm | 13 mm | -1 mm | 13 mm | -1 mm | 13 mm | -1 mm | 13 mm |
| Standover Height | 818 mm | 812 mm | 822 mm | 816 mm | 822 mm | 816 mm | 822 mm | 816 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
About this model
Altitude Powerplay Alloy 50 (Shimano) completes the Rockymountain E Altitude model. Rocky Mountain launched 33 e-bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Rockymountain E Altitude e-bikes models from 2020, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Rocky Mountain Altitude Powerplay Alloy 50 (Shimano) 2020 has a starting price of 5549$. Rocky Mountain Altitude Powerplay Carbon 90 Rally Edition 2020 on the other hand is the most expensive at 9199$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Enduro e-bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Enduro e-bike is 4785$. However, you could also get a good Enduro e-bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the e-bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
This e-bike was released in 2020 and its price was 5549$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Altitude Powerplay Alloy 50 (Shimano) price is 15.97% more expensive than the average cost of an Enduro e-bike.
Average weight for Enduro e-bikes
The average weight for Enduro e-bikes is 23.42 kg (51.63 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
Altitude Powerplay Alloy 50 (Shimano) weighs 24.2 kg (53.35 lbs) and is slightly heavier than the average. In conclusion, the average Enduro e-bike weighs 3.33% less than Altitude Powerplay Alloy 50 (Shimano).
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Altitude Powerplay Alloy 50 (Shimano) components
Fork
The RockShox Yari RC is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 160mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
The Altitude Powerplay Alloy 50 (Shimano) has a rear shock with a travel of 150mm. The model RockShox Deluxe Select+ RT is the one installed in this e-bike. Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels size
The wheels on Altitude Powerplay Alloy 50 (Shimano) are the 27.5″ aluminum type. These wheels will provide you with more control over the e-bike. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Altitude Powerplay Alloy 50 (Shimano) has Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the Altitude Powerplay Alloy 50 (Shimano). If used correctly, a dropper post gives you more faith, maneuverability, and greater control over your bike.